Career Advice - Second Semester Senior

Hey everyone, 

I am a senior at a non-target T75 school with a decent but not stand-out GPA. I have had 2 FP&A internships (one was at a large public company and the second was in a rotational corporate finance type program at a financial services company) but they weren't a fit (too routine/relaxed, not transaction based). I also have VC and PE (FoF/LP) experience through programs at my school. I've networked a bit, had some interviews, but no offers yet. Open to market-based roles (ER, CR, AM, etc) and am open to most cities. Been more of a generalist and have cast a wide net when it comes to applying to roles/industries. What would you guys recommend when it comes to how I should spend my time, types of roles I should focus on/apply to, tips for approaching networking calls, etc? Appreciate any advice. 

Cheers

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